Dental Assistant

Dr. Abdulaziz Al Ajaji Dental Clinics; Eastern Province; Sur place; SAR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dr. Abdulaziz Al Ajaji Dental Clinics seeks a capable Clinical and Chairside Assistant to support dentists in procedures, take radiographs after training, and maintain infection control standards.

The role includes managing appointments, lab follow-ups, and patient discharge, with emphasis on safety and quality. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree or diploma, are registered in Saudi health services, and possess a BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Dentistry, Nursing, or Diploma in Dental Assisting.
• Fresh graduate or up to 1 year experience outside Ajaji.
• Valid Saudi Commission for Health Specialties registration.
• Valid Basic Life Support certificate (BLS). (ACLS-PALS)

Responsabilités

• Assist in all dental procedures and four-handed dentistry.
• Take intra-oral radiographs and panoramic X-rays after training.
• Manage clinic workflow, appointments, and patient cycle.
• Prepare instruments, disinfect, and assist with sterilization.
• Ensure quality compliance and document procedures per policies.

Connaissances

Infection control

Four-handed dentistry

Radiographs

Sterilization

Formation

Bachelor Degree in Dentistry

Bachelor Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Dental Assisting

Outils

Dental VIDA system

Dental Smart

Description du poste

Clinical and Chair side Assistance

Competent to assist in all dental procedures in the clinic or operating room under general anesthesia applying techniques of four-handed dentistry standard nursing practice guidelines and infection control protocols Must be knowledgeable and competent to perform intra-oral radiographs and may take Panoramic X-ray after certified training Should be compliant to the Policy of the unit Take X-ray only after the patient has been assessed by the Dentist and procedure order has been inserted in the dental health record Must be knowledgeable and competent to take impressions pour models disinfect process lab forms and payments and follow up lab cases Manage clinic workflow and complete patient cycle including reviewing appointments insurance approvals assisting in treatments discharging and scheduling future appointments Competent in identifying and preparing dental instruments for procedures Return used instruments to C S S D for sterilization in the absence of a porter Perform the role of Extra Nurse or Floating Nurse as per need Escort patients to reception after treatment for billing and follow-up Review admission requests OR bookings and consents for patients undergoing surgery GA

Patient Care and Safety

Apply nursing ethics when assisting in clinic and dealing with colleagues patients and families Respect patients rights and prioritize safety and privacy Enrich patient experience with compassion respect and dignity Record patient vital signs Perform initial patient assessments Conduct initial fall risk assessments Obtain informed consents assist in explanation and witness patient signatures Provide patient and family education using Dental Assistant VIDA system if needed

Administrative and Documentation Responsibilities Check

72- and 24-hour appointment confirmations in Dental Smart and submit comments to the operations manager if needed Complete all dental nursing documentation using Dental Assistant VIDA Nursing records and Dental Health Record Time-out procedure before and after procedures Teeth charting verification with dentist Insert treatment plans and admission requests into VIDA with dentist s verification Match Procedure Order Test with Daily Operative Report Verify dental referrals before patient discharge Document start and end times of patient appointments Complete daily operative reports Report assigned surgeons outside working hours OMFS Assistants

Clinic Preparation and Maintenance

Arrive 15 minutes early to review the daily appointment list and prepare instruments for scheduled treatments Prepare dental units counters cabinets machines and instruments before patient care Re-check the daily appointment list and set up treatment rooms Assess dental materials and request supplies as needed Check equipment cleanliness and functionality submit job requests if needed Check dental material expiry and report dispose accordingly complete material checklist daily Maintain dental and IT equipment in assigned clinic Oversee inventory control prevent overstocking ensure expiry compliance and organize materials per labels

Quality Compliance and Accreditation

Participate in department Quality Improvement processes in coordination with Head Nurse Participate in person-centered care initiatives by AJAJI Follow and implement departmental policies and procedures Comply with JCIA CBAHI standards to support and achieve accreditation Perform additional tasks and duties within scope of knowledge and skills

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Dentistry, Nursing, Dental Assisting or Diploma in Dental Assisting. Fresh graduate from Ajaji Dental Academy or 1 year experience outside Ajaji. Valid Saudi commission for health specialties registration. Valid Basic Life Support certificate. (BLS ACLS-PALS).